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Madison College

PT Instructor Pool - Animation

Madison, WI · On-site

$16.75 - $22/hr

School of BAA_Applied Arts Madison College is recruiting a pool of qualified part-time candidates ... Drawing Fundamentals, Design and Color 1, Intro to Animation, Intro to Digital 3D, Animation 2, ...

Akima, LLC

Intermediate 3D Artist

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Bachelor's Degree Digital Art, Game Art, Animation, or related technical discipline. Coursework should include classes in traditional drawing and painting, as well as the use of 3D tools like Maya ...

Canoo

3D Visualization Artist

Justin, TX · On-site

Job Title 3D Visualization Artist About Canoo Canoo's mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build ... This position includes creating images/animations for concept presentations to executives and ...

INSPYR Solutions

3D Artist

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

$50 - $80/hr

Title: 3D Artist Location: Remote US Duration: 8 months + Extensions Compensation: $50-80/hr Work ... Set up simple skeletons and controls for hard surface assets to enable basic animation and posing.

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How much do 3d animation artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3d animation artist in the United States is $39.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.16 and $48.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a 3D Animation Artist do?

A 3D Animation Artist creates moving images and visual effects using computer-generated graphics. They design characters, environments, and objects, and bring them to life through movement and storytelling in films, video games, advertisements, and other digital media. These artists use specialized software to model, texture, rig, animate, and render 3D assets, collaborating closely with other creative professionals to achieve the desired visual outcome.

What are some common challenges faced by 3D Animation Artists during production, and how can they be managed?

3D Animation Artists often encounter challenges such as tight deadlines, balancing creative vision with client or director feedback, and troubleshooting technical issues like rendering errors. Managing these challenges requires strong time management, effective communication within the animation and production team, and a solid understanding of animation software. Collaborating closely with modelers, riggers, and directors also helps ensure the final animation meets both creative and technical expectations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 3D Animation Artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a 3D Animation Artist, you need a solid understanding of animation principles, modeling, texturing, and rendering, usually backed by a degree in animation, fine arts, or a related field. Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, or Cinema 4D, along with a strong portfolio, is essential. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective collaboration skills help artists bring characters and environments to life while meeting project goals. These skills and qualities are crucial for producing engaging, high-quality animations that meet client or studio expectations in a competitive industry.
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3D Generalist Artist

MSG Entertainment Holdings, LLC

Burbank, CA

Other

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Who are we hiring?

We are seeking an experienced 3D Generalist with passion for creating content for the largest screen in the world.

This 3D generalist role requires experience across every aspect of 3D: camera tracking and layout, modeling, texturing, rigging, animation, particles, dynamics, lighting, and rendering, with expert level skills in one or more of those areas. 

Expected to work closely with leadership in creative development, production, post-production, and playback, this position is ideal for good communicators with a positive attitude and experience at creative problem solving.  This role is part of a production artist group exploring and developing a unique visual and technical language for Sphere, in collaboration with the creative development team.  

What will you do? 

  • Work through the lifecycle of the content, advise on where efficiencies can be gained via current and advancing toolsets.
  • Collaborate in a production artist group exploring and developing a unique language for Sphere, in collaboration with a creative development team. 
  • Provide technical and artistic solutions to fulfill creative requirements, collaborating cross-department to achieve deliverable goals to studio standards. 
  • Utilize 3D capabilities to solve technical problems and create new workflows to fulfill creative needs. 
  • Stay up-to-date with trends in art, design, and advancing technology.
  • Work with supervisors to address notes from clients or creative teams to create content.
  • Document tools and techniques for departmental reference.
  • Collaborate with the team to solve complex challenges and contribute to best practices and workflows from development to compositing.
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
  • Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.  

Requirements:   

  • Proficiency equivalence to 5+ years of experience working as 3D/CG generalist. 
  • Proficient user of Cinema 4D and Adobe Suite plus working knowledge of other 3D software and tools. 
  • Knowledge of lighting and rendering, with experience in Redshift is desirable
  • Experience with Motion Graphics and Animation for events, commercials, or advertising. 
  • Working knowledge of real-time software toolsets, creation, and rendering of that content in those DCCs (Unreal Engine) is desirable.
  • Understanding and experience within 3D Pipeline from visualization to final render. 
  • Positive attitude and proven track record in creative problem solving with expressed interest in new technology and processes. 
  • Software agnosticism a plus; adaptability to new pipelines and utilization of provided tools is critical.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively under pressure.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with other departments and stakeholders.
  • Passion for innovation and a commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends and technologies.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing creative and technical demands.

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